Sermon; The Feast of Pentecost: A "Spirited" Life

Date: May 20, 2018Liturgical Day: The Day of Pentecost; Year B

Summary

Today we celebrate as nine Middle-School-age Catechists affirm their baptism and become adult members of our church. The sermon explores how they might call on the name of the Lord, and experience the leading of the Holy Spirit, as they live a life shaped by faith, hope, inspiration, strength and meaning.

Some discussion Questions

1. What in my life, my church or my world seems like dry bones, in need of new life from God?2. What has the Holy Spirit taught me about sin and righteousness; about truth and judgment?3. How has the Holy Spirit helped me to understand my faith, and my relationship with God?